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February 2021

Why Brides & Bridesmaids are Going Crazy Over the At Home Try-On Trend

By Event Tips, Wedding Tips, Weddings

It would be a really huge understatement to say this pandemic, and the Internet, has merely changed our lives. From the fact that you can gather all the wedding planning information in the world at no cost to the fact that you can order a million-and-one wedding elements from online shops, there’s a myriad of ways your Internet connection is helping you plan a smoother, happier, and more stress-free wedding.

Did you know you can actually try on wedding dresses and bridesmaids dresses without even leaving your home? People are going crazy over the entire at home try-on process trend for brides and bridesmaids. It is the adult version of playing dress up with your best friends! There are very good reasons you should consider it too. What are the essentials to know about this big trend? Below we have all you need to know – so read on and find out more.  

In short, the at home try-on process is very similar to that of online shopping. Websites that  specialize in this will allow you to select a few designs and have them sent to your home. Different sites and brands range from the amount you can order. Once they arrive, you can try the dresses on, select the one that suits you best and place your order for it. The dresses are simply returned through the same easy process you would return any item you ordered online.

The main benefit of using this process is related to the fact that it’s a real time-saver. Instead of trying to fit in an appointment at a bridal salon into your busy schedule or even worse, trying to find a time that works with all of your bridesmaids and the bridal salon, you can simply plan a gathering at your home! This works perfectly for those out-of-state bridesmaids who are not able to be there in person while trying on dresses with the bridal party. Similar to Miranda at Slashed Beauty, she had an out of state bridesmaid, but included her just by trying on the dresses at the same time and giving each other feedback via FaceTime. The process couldn’t be any more convenient with having the dresses delivered right to your doorstep no matter what state you reside in. 

Furthermore, being at home will allow you to feel more comfortable and choose the dress you actually like, without worrying about anything else (time, sales people, others in the store, etc.).  

Also, trying your dress on at home is extremely advantageous for brides and bridesmaids who might live in remote areas and who cannot reach an actual bridal boutique. Of course, you will save money using this method with no traveling costs!

Last, but not least, this trend has grown to be very popular because it eliminated the number one fear of every bride or bridesmaid who attempts to order her dress online: not finding a good fit. Through Kennedy Blue, you can order multiple bridesmaid dress styles as well as fabric swatches and because Kennedy Blue is more than reputable, you will not have to worry about receiving a dress that’s nothing like what you imagined when you saw it online.

Of course, same as with all the other wedding decisions, it is very important to be open to the changes in the wedding industry, to always work with reputable sellers, and to enjoy the process (because, after all, it’s your wedding or a celebration you are involved in – you should be happy with every single second of the wedding planning!). 

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Important Tips For Hosting A Bridal Shower

By Event Tips, Events

Wedding and pre-wedding etiquette can be confusing for many – and it’s perfectly understandable why. Not only is wedding etiquette quite complex, but its rules have also changed a lot in the last couple of decades. So, it’s easy to see why many might get confused by it. What are the etiquette rules when it comes to planning a bridal shower (and hosting it)?

The most important rule of planning a bridal shower is that the bride is not supposed to be the one doing it. When a bride plans and hosts her own bridal shower, it is considered tacky (mainly because people associate this with her asking for gifts). However, it is perfectly acceptable for the mother of the bride, sister of the bride, or the Maid of Honor to do this.

In terms of space, most bridal showers are held at home – but this is not to say there’s a rule against planning a bridal shower elsewhere. You can even book a private dining room at a restaurant and bring together the bride’s closest friends and family members to create a small, intimate, but unforgettable event.

Generally, a bridal shower is not supposed to last for more than 3-4 hours. This allows everyone to grab a bite, to talk to the bride, and have some fun with the entertainment activities the host has included in the plan. Moreover, it allows for plenty of time for thebride to open her gifts (which is, after all, the main event of the entire bridal shower).

Who pays for the bridal shower? The person hosting it. The good news is that you do not have to cover the costs of the entire bridal shower on your own – you can ask other bridesmaids or close friends of the bride to pitch in as well. Furthermore, you don’t have to plan the entire event on your own either. On the contrary, it’s recommended that you ask others to join you in this process as well!

There is no rule as to how a bridal shower should look and feel like. More often than not, these are very intimate events – but the number of guests is not even that important. What is important, however, is for the entire party to suit the bride and her personality.